Bingeproof Brain is a podcast for women who struggle with binge eating, overeating, emotional eating, food addiction, and yo-yo dieting. In each episode, Natalia shares her expertise and insights to help you overcome your struggles with food by utilising principles of neuroplasticity and mind management techniques. You can go from blindly following diet culture trends to finding your own path to true wellness (without obsession!). Find us on Instagram @bingeproofbrain
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In this episode, I'll be talking about the end of my podcast, "Bingeproof Brain." While I initially planned to continue the podcast after having a baby, the realities of motherhood have made it difficult for me to find the time and energy to create content. My priorities have shifted and my passion for the topic of binge eating recovery has lessene…
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As a way of spreading some early Christmas cheer, I'm offering one-off single coaching sessions for the entire month of December! This is your chance to experience the benefits of coaching without committing to a full 3-month coaching program. To secure your single coaching session, simply click this link: https://calendly.com/bingeproofbrain/singl…
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Are you tired of the "diet starts Monday" mentality? If you're like me, you've probably told yourself that you'll stop binge eating and start eating healthier on Monday more times than you can count. But the truth is, change is hard. And when we tell ourselves that we'll start later, we're only setting ourselves up for failure. In this episode of m…
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In this episode, I explore the idea of turning vices into virtues. I discuss how certain traits or tendencies associated with binge eating (like compulsivity, laziness, and lack of consistency) can be channeled into more positive behaviors. We don't need to change our personality traits, we can use them to our advantage. Apply for my 1-on-1 Bingepr…
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How I stopped eating junk food for 2,5 years
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In this episode, I dive into my personal journey of giving up ultra-processed foods for over two and a half years. I address the misconceptions about labeling food as 'junk' and why it's essential to avoid assigning morality to what we eat. I share how my journey began in 2013 when I transitioned to a vegan lifestyle for health, ethical, and enviro…
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Binge eating and binge drinking might seem unrelated, but they often coexist, affecting individuals in surprising ways. In this episode, we explore the intricate relationship between alcohol and binge eating, shedding light on the common factors that link these behaviors. Here's what you can expect to learn: discover how alcohol affects neurotransm…
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How to have NOT WORTH IT attitude with food
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In this episode, we'll explore the power of adopting a "Not Worth It" attitude when it comes to food choices and how this mindset can positively impact other areas of your life. I’m going to share with you recent examples from my own life where I’ve embraced this attitude. Apply for my 1-on-1 Bingeproof Brain Coaching Program: https://bingeproofbra…
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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, I dive deep into the world of binge eating, examining whether it's simply a habit or a more complex issue. Join me as I explore the reasons behind labeling binge eating as a habit, the advantages of adopting this perspective, and the essential insights it brings to light. Remember, recovery is a journey, a…
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In this episode I’m going to challenge the common idea that recovering from binge eating has to be really hard. If you're seeking inspiration to making the eating disorder recovery process as smooth and attainable as possible, this episode is your sign to embracing an easier road to recovery. Believe me, recovery doesn't always have to be a big str…
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The biggest mindset mistake you make in ED recovery with Jacqueline Davis
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Today on the podcast I have Jacqueline Davis, a binge eating & bulimia recovery coach helping people leave bulimia behind through mindset shifts, habit changes, and intuitive eating. She'll discuss the biggest and most prevalent mindset mistakes you can make when using ED recovery tools. Enjoy! If you like this episode you should check out Jacqueli…
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Drumroll, please! I am thrilled and overjoyed to announce that I'm embarking on a new chapter of my life… I have a massive life update to share with you all, and it's going to have a profound impact on the future of the Bingeproof Brain Podcast and my coaching services. Get on a waitlist for my 1-on-1 Bingeproof Brain Coaching Program: https://bing…
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4 ways to lower dopamine spike after eating sugar
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In this episode, discover four strategies to lower the glucose spike after eating your favourite binge foods and subsequently lower the dopamine release in the reward center in your brain associated with eating these foods. Why? Because it leads to a decrease in the rewarding properties of that food, which means that you can stop feeling out of con…
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8 things successful ED recovery warriors DON’T DO
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In this podcast episode, I present you with 8 mental habits you should learn to avoid if you want to overcome binge eating. Insisting on perfection, having a fixed mindset, and avoiding strong feelings are just a few of the factors that hold you back from fully recovering from an eating disorder, especially binge eating. Fortunately, recognizing th…
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Think about THIS when you have an urge to binge
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In this episode, I explain the concept of "playing the tape forward" as a mental exercise you can do when you feel the urge to binge. What you will discover in this episode: the benefits of this exercise in helping you make better decisions the biggest mistakes people make when trying this exercise why the primitive brain is obsessed with immediate…
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Eating what you mentally crave with Queeny June Borgman
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Should you eat what you crave even if it's cookies and donuts? Can giving in to mental hunger help you overcome binge eating? If yes, what's the first step you can take? In today's episode, you’ll hear Queeny June Borgman share her answers to the above questions. Queeny June Borgman is a registered dietitian, personal trainer, and founder of IAMSTU…
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Tune in this week to find out how to become an overnight binge eating success story! In this podcast episode you’ll discover: What’s the “magic cure” that made things click for people like Kathryn Hansen How important were insights in my own binge eating recovery journey Whether you need luck or hard work to change your mindset around food and eati…
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Overeating after stopping binge eating with Amber Abila
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In this episode, our special guest Amber Abila discusses a topic that might be one of the biggest challenges ex-binge eaters face: overeating. Tune in this week to discover how to curb overeating once you no longer binge. Amber Abila is a Binge Eating & Overeating Coach who helps people feel normal and in control around food forever. She created Th…
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Did you know that when you pose a question, your brain, for a brief moment, will focus its resources solely on answering that question? This is a mental reflex called 'instinctive elaboration'. If you find yourself asking low-quality questions such as: “Why do I have no self-control when it comes to food?”, “Why is intuitive eating working for ever…
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“Never Binge Again” by Dr. Glenn Livingston is a book that asks you to label all thoughts demanding excess food as "the pig" (or whatever deprecating term you prefer). It's a straightforward approach that gives you no excuses. This book appeals to people who are fans of a little tough love. But isn’t there already enough self-loathing and blaming t…
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Biological vs psychological urges to binge
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In today’s podcast episode, I want to share with differences between biological and psychological urges to binge. Discovering the driving force behind your binge eating urges allows you to find the right strategy that addresses the right cause of your problems with overeating. Get on a waitlist for my 1-on-1 Bingeproof Brain Coaching Program: https…
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It is not uncommon for women to experience an increase in appetite or to engage in binge eating behavior before their period. Cravings are a normal part of the menstrual cycle and it is okay to give into them, but for people who struggle with an eating disorder, engaging in binge eating behavior, or consistently overeating, can have negative effect…
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Binge eating recovery without therapy and coaching
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It is challenging to recover from an eating disorder. But it doesn’t mean it’s impossible – so many people all around have been able to recover from their eating disorder. You may find it surprising, but the rates of “spontaneous recovery” (overcoming an eating disorder without professional treatment or formal help) are relatively high for people s…
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Why do you desire slim body? [Mimetic desire]
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Many people will choose weight loss as a New Year's resolution. Why do we so desperately desire weight loss? Have you ever questioned whether the body aesthetics you pursue might be influenced by outside factors that have nothing to do with you? Ever considered that your goal to build an amazing butt isn’t authentically yours...but someone or some…
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What to do when you have food intolerances and Binge Eating Disorder? Eliminating food groups from your diet should be the last thing you do if you want to recover from an eating disorder. But, what if it’s medically necessary? Well, this can be tricky, especially because it’s common for eating disorder patients to have self-reported or improperly …
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Tell me if this is you: You stuff yourself all weekend long in preparation for Monday because starting Monday you’re going to be “good” You overeat every night because you keep telling yourself “I’ll be good tomorrow” You finish all the chips, cookies, candies, and ice cream in your house to prepare yourself for Monday time to be “good” Essentially…
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If you fear holiday season, listen to THIS.
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Are holiday food festivities bring you fear and anxiety? A time of family reunion, socializing, and celebration is a challenging season for people with eating disorders. Food is everywhere, yet everybody talks about their New Year's diet plans. In today’s podcast episode, I would like to show you that you don’t need to dread Thanksgiving dinner or …
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Caught in a binge and can't stop eating? This one is for you! In this podcast episode, you’ll hear 5 reasons why you can’t stop eating even though you’re already full and what to do about it! Ready to stop binge eating once and for all, APPLY for my 1-on-1 coaching program: https://bingeproofbrain.com/coaching/ Make sure you follow me on Instagram:…
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[Client chat] Gaining superpowers during binge eating recovery
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Can a randomly chosen follower of @bingeproofbrain recover from binge eating and bulimia in just 12 sessions? YES! In this episode, you're going to meet Jemma, the winner of the BPB Coaching Program Giveaway that took place a couple of months ago. After completing the BPB coaching program, I asked her to join me and share her experience with dietin…
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How long does it take to recover from binge eating?
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How long does it really take to recover? You probably searched and wondered about this countless times throughout your ED recovery journey. Contrary to what many people think, binge eating isn’t always as easily solved as simply taking a walk when you feel an urge to binge. Do you want to find out how long it took me to recover from binge eating, a…
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Reprogram your brain’s Reticular Activating System to recover from binge eating
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In today’s episode, I’ll share with you guys how you can intentionally reprogram a region of your brain called RAS (Reticular Activating System), so that it starts supporting your recovery goals. You see, RAS protects your brain by filtering information and presenting to your consciousness only a small fraction of available data. Moreover, RAS seek…
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Do you still perceive binge eating as a form of enjoyment? If yes, then today’s podcast episode may be an eye-opening message you need to hear. This episode explores: Misconceptions about binge eating (like binge eating relieves stress and combats boredom) How does the Law of diminishing returns and hedonic adaptation impacts the pleasure you deriv…
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I just turned 30 and I thought I'd share some of the life lessons I learned in my 20s! Turning 30 can feel like the biggest milestone ever. To some, it marks the end of youth, while others see it as the beginning of mature adulthood. But, it’s also a great time for some self-reflection. As I reflect on the past decade, here are 20 things I learned …
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Brain is a story teller (I’m still afraid of monsters, lol)
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How often do you experience the dark, scary, negative thoughts known as intrusive thoughts? Even when you’re aware of how absurd these thoughts are, they still cause a lot of distress. Tune in to this week's episode to find out how my own brain created unreasonable stories that kept me up at night! You won’t believe why I was so afraid to fall asle…
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Self-directed neuroplasticity and quantum Zeno Effect
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What Doctor Who's classic episode “Blink” has in common with rewiring your brain? To find out, listen to today’s episode of the Bingeproof Brain Podcast. I’m showing you how to leverage neuroplasticity to overcome eating disorders. I’m also sharing tips on using your attention to weaken brain circuits associated with unwanted habits (like binge eat…
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You’re not your thoughts, you’re not your brain. So who are you? This week, discover how to separate yourself from your habits and deceptive brain messages by seeing what part of your experience comes from your authentic self and which part comes from the wiring of your brain. In this podcast episode you’ll discover: The complexity of the mind-body…
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Break neuro-associations and eat without guilt
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Ever wondered why certain situations or environments make you more susceptible to binge eating? Perhaps it’s because of conditioned neuro-associations that have been created in your brain thorough your life. Neuro-associations are the links that are created between what you experience and the emotions and thoughts connected with it. In today’s podc…
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There are a couple of paradoxes when it comes to eating disorder recovery. In today’s podcast episode I would like to introduce the concept of the recovery paradox and describe how 5 different recovery paradoxes can show up in your binge eating recovery journey. Such paradoxes are often difficult to accept and understand, especially because at firs…
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Stop self-sabotaging with food by resolving inner conflict
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Do you feel like part of you wants to be healthier, but another part of you just can’t resist eating off-plan? Binge Eating is considered to be a form of self-sabotage that is directly connected to inner conflict. Research studies show that indeed, cognitive conflicts as predictors of binge eating disorder in patients with obesity. Inner conflict i…
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Eating disorders don't take a summer vacation which means that a long summer break can be challenging for all people struggling with eating disorders. Travel used to be a total train wreck for me. I was trapped in a pattern of restricting and binging. I would binge eat in secret whenever I felt stressed or deprived in any way. During my struggles w…
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Eating disorders are symptoms of patriarchy
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Since we live in a culture fixated on female thinness, it’s important to realise how early exposure to Western ideals of beauty and femininity generates body dissatisfaction and eating disorders. Diet culture distracts women’s attention from the real issues like injustices and inequalities of the world, while men built empires. Since patriarchy is …
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When family makes negative comments about your weight gain
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The worst body-shaming comments come from relatives and their words can make a deep impact on your mental health, even if those harsh comments do come from a place of caring. Do you know how to deal with negative comments about your weight? Do you want to find out how to do not let someone's snarky comments bring out the worst in you? This week, I …
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Binging when feeling low (the concept of Mood Elevator)
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Lower mood and anxiety have been linked to increased binge eating and decreased control of cravings. When you feel sad, frustrated, or angry, you want to take your mind off things that trigger negative feelings. Using food to soothe and ease unpleasant emotions is a short-term solution that often leads to even more regret and guilt. Want to stop bi…
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Let's talk about the toxic self-help industry and its biggest problems. Do you follow personal growth accounts? Bought self-help books? Courses? But, what if the industry that promises to make you "better" is actually making everything worse? The self-improvement industry thrives on the myth that there is something wrong with you that needs to be i…
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No BS (and sustainable!) weight loss advice
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If you ever wished you had a no B.S. way to lose fat because things you have tried in the past to drop a dress size in a week just haven’t worked, then this is for you. There is so much information out there on weight loss and nutrition, that it’s become too confusing for people to understand which plan is the ‘right plan’ for them. But when it com…
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How to radically change BODY IMAGE thoughts?
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Body image disturbance is a relevant factor in Binge Eating Disorder, similar to other eating disorders. Changing the way you approach and think about your body could help you overcome binge eating. However, changing a deeply held belief you have about yourself can seem impossible. In a society saturated with thin body image ideals and weight-loss …
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In this episode of the podcast, I want to explore the question of free will and explore its implications for binge eating recovery. Do you have free will? Are binge eating episodes your fault? Can you really blame yourself for yet another binge eating episode? What is the difference between blame and responsibility? Tune in today to discover how fr…
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Going to therapy and still binging? Listen to this!
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If you’ve been in therapy for years, this episode is for you. Most people think you need to process all your traumas and make peace with the past in order to uncover the root cause of binge eating. But this might be the worst advice that could actually hurt you. Sure, a well-targeted, brief intervention can be very effective in helping you make sen…
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To all the people who've ever said “I wish I could be anorexic for a few weeks to lose some weight"… I get that. I had the same disordered eating thoughts. As a binge eater I felt like a gluttonous pig who had no self-control. I was kind of jealous of anorexics who seemed to be more "disciplined" compared to me. I felt like such a failure for not b…
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Going vegan to overcome binge eating? Yay or nay?
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Is it possible to be vegan and succeed in eating disorder recovery? For most vegans in ED recovery, the answer comes down to their motivation and intention behind their decision to be vegan. Full recovery from an eating disorder doesn’t include dieting or restricting, no matter how “healthy” it may seem, but what about people coming from a place of…
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Can psychedelics help in Eating Disorder Recovery?
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Psychedelics hold tremendous therapeutic promise for treating a number of conditions including mental health problems like eating disorders. Join me as I explore the neuroscience of psychedelics and whether psychedelics could become a viable treatment for mental health conditions like eating disorders. In this episode, I talk about: -my own experie…
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